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Discover the dark boarding school psychological thriller, an exploration of power, corruption and retribution, perfect for fans of Girl A, My Dark Vanessa and Anatomy of a Scandal.

'Excruciating suspense' Stephen King
'One of the most compelling books I've ever read...compulsive, tender and chilling' Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen…

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